Chickens on the Plate for Board of Aldermen

St. Peters residents will find out Thursday if chickens can be raised in the city.

After many weeks of debate, the Board of Aldermen will vote tonight on Bill No. 11-62. The bill would allow residents of the city to raise up to four hens within city limits. The so-called urban chickens would be restricted to a regulated coop and would fall under strict rules.

Citizens wanting chickens would have to apply for a yearly permit and be inspected by the health department before owning any chickens.

The chicken plan has been discussed for months, first at the in February. The board and the a denial of the issue. The final vote comes tonight.

The agenda for the Board of Aldermen work session can be found here. Some highlights: 

• The board will discuss the St. Charles County resolution banning bath salts.
• Storm water maintenance will also be discussed.
• A professional service agreements will be debated. 

The agenda for the Board of Aldermen meeting can be found here. Some highlights: 

• The board will recognize the Fort Zumwalt South band.
• Terri Violet may be appointed to the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.
• The members of the board who won in the April 5 election will take an oath of office. 

The work session begins at 5 p.m., and the meeting begins at 7 p.m.